The upcoming vehicle combat video game, Wheels of Destruction, is set to be released exclusively for the PlayStation Network. Today we get some more information on the game as well as a new gameplay trailer.
Wheels of Destruction is set to feature five different classes of combat vehicles, one of which is ‘The Assassin’. This is the third class of vehicles shared thus far, with two more classes to be unveiled in the coming months. The other two classes revealed before The Assassin were The Scout and The Heavy. The Assassin class offers a faster and precise fire rate compared to the other classes.
You can check out this new vehicle class in action in the trailer below.
Some news from Activision as they have unveiled a few screenshots and a small glimpse via a trailer of some of the gameplay in the upcoming game Battleship, based on Universal Pictures upcoming feature film which looks like it will be met with mixed feelings from film critics and buffs. The game is set at sea as Aliens have invaded and engaged in a full frontal batlle with the US Navy at sea. Players will take on the role of Cole Mathis, thus taking control of an entire Naval Fleet which will be used to fend off Alien technology and superior weaponry across all elements from Land to Air and Sea. Whether at Sea or on land the Alien forces will be relentless and players will be on edge all the time as they defend the Earth.
Battleship will be available XBox 360 and Ps3 on April 18th, and its also nice that Activision are providing support for the long forgotten Wii as well as the 3DS and DS whihc will feeature slightly augmented gameplay.
After 30 weeks of consecutive serialization of Yoshihiro Togashi’s adventure manga Hunter x Hunter, it has been confirmed the manga will be returning to it’s former status of ‘on hiatus’. This 30 chapter run has been the manga’s longest run without a break in it’s near 15 year history.
The announcement is scheduled to be made in this coming Monday’s edition of Weekly Shonen Jump which will leave the manga on hiatus with it’s 340th chapter.
Fans can rest easy knowing that Togashi at least concluded two story arcs in his latest run at serialization and that the hiatus is only said to be brief. When exactly the manga will return to serialization however is up in the air as no solid date is confirmed. However the fact that it is said to be only brief indicates that it will not be anything like his past hiatuses (1 year in length).
What do you think of Hunter x Hunter going on hiatus once again? Let us know in the comments section below.
Exciting and destructive news from Codemasters as they have released the ultimate bash and crash trailer featuring trucks, cars, vans and hearses in the full impact Dirt Showdown, “Massive Damage” gameplay video, which can be watched on their official website. Dirt Showdown is the latest revelead extension pack to the award winning Dirt racing series and is coming to XBox 360 and Ps3 May 2012 as well as PC. True to its name, the trailer has a heavy emphasis on the more destructive side of the game, introducing us to the world of Rampage destruction derby where 8 players play gladiator in an arena style environment, as well as Knock off, where players have to ram others off a raised platform in order to claim victory.
If theres one thing that Dirt 3 didnt lack in it was varying environments, and Showdown looks no different, featuring tracks across the globe from Tokyo to London and San Francisco each complete with its own unique spectators and atmosphere. With over 50 different races across 4 championships players will have to keep their reflexes sharp and their wits about them to gain a spot in the Showdown finals. Dirt Showdown fesatures 3 main categories, including Racing events complete with Nitro, ramps and obstacles, the destructive and bone grinding Demolition Derby and finally the Hooligan events allowing freestylre driving in open huge stunt parks.
The game will feature split screen multi player, up to 8 player online racing, on and offline party games as well as Youtube integration which has been prominent in the Dirt 3 family. Showdown challenges can also be made to friends whether they are online or not. Dirt is powered by the EGO Game Technology platform and will be released May 2012 for XBox360, PS3 and PC platforms,
Gravity Rush may not be out in North America for a few more months but lucky PlayStation Vita owners in Japan will be able to access the first piece of DLC when it is released on the 22nd. Sony has revealed the below screenshots which give us a taste of what may be coming to North America when the game is finally released here.
As you can see below, the DLC will be called “Spy Volume” and will cost 400 yen in Japan. This DLC will feature a cat suit costume, two side missions, and two challenge missions though to access this content you’ll need to have beaten episode 11 in the main story first.
A Bootcamp Tour will soon be underway by Unity Technologies, provider of the Unity multi platform engine and development tools, featuring 2 day workshops across Asia to celebrate the strong development in the communities and their adoption of the Unity engine and products. The 3 bootcamps will be setup in Seoul from April 9-10th, Tokyo from April 12-13th and Beijing from April 14-15th and will provide those who attend with valuable technical information during the sessions. “The three countries we’ve decided to hold bootcamps in this year paint an amazing and exciting picture of gaming’s history,” said David Helgason, CEO of Unity Technologies. “Japan has shaped some of the strongest and longest lasting traditions and franchises in the industry. Korea has blossomed in recent years into a powerhouse of game design and talent. China, though a relatively new territory for gaming, is growing at an exponential rate. It’s an exciting time for game development in Asia and we’re thrilled to be a part of it.”
The seminars from the developers of Unity’s R&D team will provide valuable insight into the Unity Engine and development tools. Also speaking will be many well known developers from the region who will be sharing their success and experiences with the Unity engine. Additonally Unity will; be running localised seminars that are more relevant to the development communities within each country. It also offers a unique opportunity for anyone attending to gain valubale network relationships with both the Unity tam and other Unity enigine users.
“Asia has a wonderfully diverse set of cultures and aesthetics that translate into some unique games and approaches to game development,” said John Goodale, General Manager of Asia for Unity. “We are honored to enjoy the rapid adoption of Unity in Asia and these bootcamps are to show the appreciation we have for our customers and the tremendous interest we’ve seen from developers throughout the region.”
While we may already know what the box art for Pokémon Black And White 2 will look like, the only image we had of these box arts was from a picture taken at an angle from a Japanese magazine. Today however Pokémon Company has revealed the cover art for Pokémon Black And White 2 officially and they can be seen in all their wonder above.
Well… that is pretty much it. Pokémon Black And White 2 will be released in June on the Nintendo DS for Japan, with a release from North America sometime later. You are free to move along now… or stick around if you feel like but stay out of the long grass unless you have a Pokémon of your own.
Have you ever wanted to play as a God? Well UBISOFT have answered your prays. In Babel Rising you will be able to use your powers to prevent humans from building the tower of Babel!
Hurl bolts of lightning, cause massive earthquakes, or unleash gigantic floods upon the Babylonians. This next-gen version (will be available on XBOX and PS3) of the successful and critically-acclaimed iPhone game adds a new depth to its gameplay with 3D graphics and motion control (Kinect & PS Move).
So what can you do as GOD and what sort of Godly destruction can you inflict on those poor Babylonians!
Prevent humans from building 3 different towers of Babel throughout different historic eras in 15 single player missions across 4 game modes.
Thwart a wide variety of Babylonians united in their desire to build the tower, always looking for the quickest path to the top. Workers carry stones , priests protect workers from spells, and siege towers help them access upper levels faster.
Unleash devastating elemental attacks based on fire, water, earth and air, each with a unique effect depending on the target. Throw fireballs, release tornadoes, rain meteors, and much more. As you progress your powers become deadlier and more powerful than ever.
Command the elements and punish arrogant Babylonians with your own unique movements via PS Move or Kinect for Xbox 360.
Battle with or Against Friends and enjoy competitive and cooperative multiplayer modes.
Check out the video teaser below. Babel will coming soon on XBLX LIVE and PSN soon. Stay tuned for more details.
After a small wait, Gamemill are now ready to share the official release date for the first ever country music-themed dance title for the Kinect, and that game is Country Dance All Stars. On March 27th, players will be able to dance along with tunes from artists such as Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, and many more as this southern grilled title hits stores.
Thus far, Country Dance All Stars already has a mapped out DLC schedule, which is sure to enhance the already handsome list of 30 routines and songs already on the disc. You can check out the official trailer and the complete setlist here, and mark your calenders if your a fan of everything country as Country Dance All Stars is now just under 2 weeks away from launch.
Rainfallers, it’s time to celebrate one more time. After already seeing Xenoblade Chronicles and The Last Story brought to the region, Nintendo have now officially announced Pandora’s Tower for the Wii. As many of you know, this marks the final of the big 3 for the Operation Rainfall movement, and saying mission complete this time has never sounded so sweet.
There still are many that have did little research on the upcoming RPG though, so here is brief rundown on what to expect from Nintendo themselves:
In Pandora’s Tower you take on the role of Aeron, a soldier, as he battles to save his beloved friend Elena from a mysterious curse that is gradually transforming her into a demonic creature. Only by battling through the towers of a nearby fortress can Aeron save her from her gruesome fate. Using his sword and the magical Oraclos Chain, Aeron must defeat the creatures that lurk there and harvest their meat to feed to Elena. Only by eating all of the “master flesh”, harvested from the largest monsters within each tower, will Elena be fully cured of the curse and free from its monstrous grip.
By returning to Elena to feed her meat from the smaller monsters, you can slow down the transformation – but only temporarily. You will need to carefully judge when it is best to return to her, as not coming back in time could lead to Elena’s permanent transformation into a demonic beast.
Multiple possible endings and a New Game+ mode means that Pandora’s Tower has great replay value and by mastering the unique relationship system you can change Aeron and Elena’s fate. You must not only decide when to return to Elena to stem the tide of her curse, but also what items to give to her. After spending time speaking to her you will become more familiar with her plight and leaving her to continue your quest may become more difficult. Taking the time to build a bond with Elena could even change the ultimate ending of the story.
While exploring the labyrinthine towers you’ll come across a wide variety of items. Mavda, a mysterious travelling merchant who can upgrade your weapons, can create special new items by combining two or more items that you have found on your journey. The items that you have discovered while exploring the towers can be given to Elena as gifts to strengthen your bond or be used to help you on your quest to battle the 13 masters – the choice is yours.
Pandora’s Tower features an epic storyline with multiple endings affected by the decisions you make. Explore 13 challenging towers on a mission to save your friend, set to a powerful soundtrack consisting of some of the most popular classical music in the world, including composers such as Verdi and Tchaikovsky. Every decision you make will affect your ultimate success. The choice is yours.
Yes, that’s quite a bit of information, and with a release date so close, it seems that Nintendo of Australia were holding this release’s announcement back so that The Last Story could have time to thrive. I would also guess that this means that a North American launch for the game is also imminent, whether Nintendo of America publish it, or someone like XSeed step up and take the reigns. Either way though, get ready Aussies, as April 12th will be the date that you get the next great RPG on the Wii. Man, it feels great saying that.
